2003 Dodge Durango vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,702 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Durango (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Durango weights approximately 627 kg more than 2005 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Dodge Durango (399 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (225 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Durango | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Durango | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1348 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
